July 21, 1968

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Fujika: You should tell him Cio.

Cio: I should, but I'm not sure if he would accept our...no, his son. Sei is just a child. I can't bear it if he knew...

[Cio wailed, feeling the aching pain once again.]

Fujika: I know Cio. Trust me, I know. But this the only way. He needs to know it's him sooner or later. For your sake and him.

After some time, Cio finally decided.

Cio: I will but...but not today. Tomorrow but no today. I just...I just need to rest for a bit.

[Fujika hugged Cio, rubbing her back slowly until the sobs subsided]

Fujika: Of course, Cio. He may be a jerk but he was not a unrighteous man. He will accept him as his own, I'm sure of it.

Cio: Thank you. Thank yo

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